Relations Pane
View, create, and manage object relationships directly in context with Nora IPLM’s interactive Relations Pane.
Streamline Object Relationships with an Interactive Relations Pane
The Relations Pane displays the relevant relationship tabs for every object, making connected information accessible without leaving the widget you are working in.
Drag-and-Drop Relation Creation
Create a relationship by dragging an object into the relevant relationship tab. The dropped object is connected in the “To” direction.
Create Relations in Context
Connect objects directly from your current BOM or product-data view while preserving the relationship context of the selected object.
See Every Relation, From Every Angle
Relationships specific to each object type appear as tabs, with connected objects listed beneath the correct relationship. Parent objects are shown in the “From” direction, while child objects appear in the “To” direction.
Get Started — 30 Days FreeRelations Pane Features and Capabilities
The Relations Pane keeps related product information visible and actionable inside the current widget context.
Dynamic Updates
The Relations Pane reloads with every object selection. When multiple objects are selected, it displays the relations of the last selected object.
Relationship Tabs
Relationships specific to each object type are organized into tabs, with related objects listed under the correct relationship.
Editing in Tabs
Use the Edit command to update related objects, including their thumbnails and attributes, directly within the pane.
Relations in Both Directions
Parent objects are displayed as “From,” while child objects are displayed as “To,” making relationship direction clear.
Customized Table Views
Each relationship tab includes a tailored table view for the object type being displayed.
Complete Command Menu
Table Widget commands remain available, and relationship attributes can be managed from the pane’s command bar.
Powerful Modules for Every Stage of Product Development
Nora IPLM modules are designed to work effortlessly in a one unified platform, helping teams to collaboration across the entire product lifecycle. From ideation to execution, each module brings clarity, control, and scalability without the complexity of traditional PLM systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Relations Pane in Nora IPLM?+
The Relations Pane is a contextual panel that displays the relevant relationship tabs for a selected object. It opens within the active widget so users can view and manage connected information without leaving their current work.
How does the Relations Pane update when I select an object?+
In widgets that manage multiple objects, the pane reloads with each selection. If several objects are selected, it shows the relationships of the object selected last.
Can I create and remove relationships from the pane?+
Yes. Relationships can be created by drag and drop or by pasting an object from the clipboard. Existing relationships can be removed using Disconnect or Cut.
What do “From” and “To” mean?+
“From” identifies the parent side of a relationship, while “To” identifies the child side. This makes the direction of every connection immediately visible.
Can related objects be edited directly in the Relations Pane?+
Yes. The pane’s Edit command enables updates to related objects, and its command bar provides the table and relationship actions available for the current context.